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Romans 13:1-2
Douay-Rheims 1899 American Edition
Romans 13:1-2
Douay-Rheims 1899 American Edition
13 Let every soul be subject to higher powers: for there is no power but from God: and those that are, are ordained of God.
2 Therefore he that resisteth the power, resisteth the ordinance of God. And they that resist, purchase to themselves damnation.
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Romans 13:1-2
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Romans 13:1-2
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Submission to Governing Authorities
13 Let everyone be subject to the governing authorities,(A) for there is no authority except that which God has established.(B) The authorities that exist have been established by God. 2 Consequently, whoever rebels against the authority is rebelling against what God has instituted,(C) and those who do so will bring judgment on themselves.
Romans 13:5-6
Douay-Rheims 1899 American Edition
Romans 13:5-6
Douay-Rheims 1899 American Edition
5 Wherefore be subject of necessity, not only for wrath, but also for conscience' sake.
6 For therefore also you pay tribute. For they are the ministers of God, serving unto this purpose.
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Romans 13:5-6
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Romans 13:5-6
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5 Therefore, it is necessary to submit to the authorities, not only because of possible punishment but also as a matter of conscience.(A)
6 This is also why you pay taxes,(B) for the authorities are God’s servants, who give their full time to governing.
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